Pacers Snap Skid with Overtime Thriller at MSG

Indiana outlasts Knicks 137-134 in wild game featuring 39 lead changes

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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The Indiana Pacers snapped their four-game losing streak with a thrilling 137-134 overtime win over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Behind 30 points from Pascal Siakam and a double-double from Andrew Nembhard, the Pacers overcame a 40-point night from Jalen Brunson and a triple-double from Josh Hart to prevail in a back-and-forth affair that featured the most lead changes in the NBA this season.

Why it matters

The win provides a much-needed boost for the struggling Pacers, who have been searching for a spark. The depth of Indiana's scoring attack, with eight players in double figures, proved to be the difference as the Pacers' bench outscored the Knicks' reserves 43-18.

The details

The game was a roller coaster from start to finish, with 39 lead changes - the most in the NBA this season. Indiana took control in overtime, scoring the first nine points of the extra period to build a cushion. The Knicks made a late push, but the Pacers held on for the victory.

  • The game took place on Tuesday, February 15, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York.
  • The Pacers will face the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday, February 16, 2026.

The players

Pascal Siakam

The Pacers' leading scorer, pouring in 30 points to pace Indiana.

Andrew Nembhard

Recorded a double-double with 24 points and 10 assists for the Pacers.

Jalen Brunson

Scored a game-high 40 points for the Knicks in the losing effort.

Josh Hart

Notched a triple-double with 15 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists for the Knicks.

Karl-Anthony Towns

Contributed 22 points and 14 rebounds for the Knicks before fouling out in overtime.

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What they’re saying

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What’s next

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The takeaway

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